Low-Read-Through Adhesives for Aluminum & ACM Bonding
Prevent Read-Through & Achieve Flawless Bonds
Bonding aluminum and aluminum composite materials (ACM) presents a major challenge: read-through (or telegraphing), where the adhesive causes surface deformation, compromising aesthetics. This is especially problematic in signage, architectural panels, transportation, and composite fabrication, where a smooth, professional finish is essential.
Chemical Concepts offers LORD® 810/20 and Signlok™ 810, two industry-leading low-read-through adhesives designed for clean, strong, and durable bonds without surface distortion.
What Is Read-Through & Why It Matters
Read-through occurs when an adhesive shrinks or stresses thin materials during curing, creating visible surface imperfections. This can ruin the appearance of ACM panels, thin-gauge metals, and glossy finishes, increasing rework and production costs.
With LORD 810/20 and Signlok 810, you get a flexible, precision-controlled bond that eliminates read-through while maintaining superior strength and durability.
🔹 LORD 810/20 – Versatile low-read-through adhesive for ACM, metals, and composites
🔹 Signlok 810 – Same industry-leading performance, designed to fit Signlok cartridges for streamlined dispensing
Key Benefits:
✔ No bondline read-through – Flawless, smooth surfaces
✔ Strong & flexible bonding – Ideal for ACM, aluminum, and thin metals
✔ Fast cure time – 90% full strength in one hour
✔ Minimal surface prep – Easy application for improved efficiency
✔ Resistant to temperature, UV, and environmental factors
Applications:
✅ Signage & ACM panel bonding – Ensures high-end aesthetic finishes
✅ Architectural & decorative metalwork – Clean, professional results
✅ Transportation & composite fabrication – Durable, flexible bonds for various materials
See the Difference
📷 Before & After: Read-Through vs. LORD 810/20 & Signlok 810
🎥 Watch Our Webinar on Low-Read-Through Adhesives
Want to dive deeper into why read-through happens and how to prevent it?
Check out our expert-led webinar on Low-Read-Through Adhesives:
Prevent Read-Through & Achieve Flawless Bonds
Bonding aluminum and aluminum composite materials (ACM) presents a major challenge: read-through (or telegraphing), where the adhesive causes surface deformation, compromising aesthetics. This is especially problematic in signage, architectural panels, transportation, and composite fabrication, where a smooth, professional finish is essential.
Chemical Concepts offers LORD® 810/20 and Signlok™ 810, two industry-leading low-read-through adhesives designed for clean, strong, and durable bonds without surface distortion.
What Is Read-Through & Why It Matters
Read-through occurs when an adhesive shrinks or stresses thin materials during curing, creating visible surface imperfections. This can ruin the appearance of ACM panels, thin-gauge metals, and glossy finishes, increasing rework and production costs.
With LORD 810/20 and Signlok 810, you get a flexible, precision-controlled bond that eliminates read-through while maintaining superior strength and durability.
🔹 LORD 810/20 – Versatile low-read-through adhesive for ACM, metals, and composites
🔹 Signlok 810 – Same industry-leading performance, designed to fit Signlok cartridges for streamlined dispensing
Key Benefits:
✔ No bondline read-through – Flawless, smooth surfaces
✔ Strong & flexible bonding – Ideal for ACM, aluminum, and thin metals
✔ Fast cure time – 90% full strength in one hour
✔ Minimal surface prep – Easy application for improved efficiency
✔ Resistant to temperature, UV, and environmental factors
Applications:
✅ Signage & ACM panel bonding – Ensures high-end aesthetic finishes
✅ Architectural & decorative metalwork – Clean, professional results
✅ Transportation & composite fabrication – Durable, flexible bonds for various materials
See the Difference
📷 Before & After: Read-Through vs. LORD 810/20 & Signlok 810
🎥 Watch Our Webinar on Low-Read-Through Adhesives
Want to dive deeper into why read-through happens and how to prevent it?
Check out our expert-led webinar on Low-Read-Through Adhesives:
Showing all 3 results
-
LORD Signlok 810 (210mL Cartridge)
Signlok 810 offers low-read-through bonding for ACM, thin metal, and glossy panels. Ideal for signs and panels. 210ml cartridge.
Our Price Starting at $54.19
You save
Featured Products
-
UltraLok® 9102 A/B Panel Bonding Epoxy
Ultralok 9102 epoxy adhesive is engineered for strong, reliable honeycomb and composite panel bonding with fire safety and thermal resistance.
Our Price Starting at $90.16 -
CarbonBar Versatile Flat Stock
Cut and drill like wood. Support like steel. Replace heavy, expensive custom metal fabrication with aerospace-grade carbon fiber structural blanks.
- 4X stronger & 5X lighter than steel.
- Customize on-site with standard carbide tools.
- 100% weatherproof and corrosion-proof.
↑ Select your Bar Length and Profile above ↑
Our Price Starting at $25.00 -
Chem-Set VST M1V38 Male High Bond Tape Fastener – M1-V38-1/4-20×1″
SKU CCH-M1V38-1/4-20X1P Our Price Starting at $1.78
You save View ProductChem-Set VST M1V38 Male High Bond Tape Fastener – M1-V38-1/4-20×1″
Our Price Starting at $1.78
You save
-
Expert Support. -
Same-Day Shipping. -
50+ Years of Service
Expert Support. 
Same-Day Shipping. 
50+ Years of Service Chemical-Concepts is a leading supplier of adhesives, chemicals and hardware for nearly every market in the industrial, government and defense sectors. Whatever your industry, we have all the hardware and adhesives you need to hold things together and keep things in place.